The Domestic Violence and Victim Support Unit (DOVVSU) of the Police Service has expressed concern over the increasing cases of domestic violence in the Ashanti region.
Regional DOVVSU Coordinator, Chief Superintendent Victoria Yeboah Darkwa, says the unit continues to receive numerous reports of sexual, psychological, physical, and verbal abuse, mostly involving women and girls.
Some of these cases are currently being prosecuted in court.
Chief Superintendent Darkwa noted that most cases reported by men against their partners are verbal abuse.
The month of July has been dedicated for nationwide awareness creation on the various forms of abuse that occur in homes and relationships.
“Many people are suffering in silence, being insulted, beaten, or humiliated by others. Some don’t even know where DOVVSU is located or how to report their problems,” she explained.
She called on the public to speak up and seek help from DOVVSU, regardless of age or gender.
“We are reminding everyone that there is a group called DOVVSU. If something is worrying you, whether you are a girl, boy, adult, or child, we will listen to you and help you,” she assured.
Chief Superintendent Darkwa stressed that confidentiality is a key pillar of DOVVSU’s operations.
“When you come to DOVVSU, your problem is secure because we operate with strict privacy and confidentiality. Even dignitaries have come to us, and we have never let their issues go public,” she disclosed.
She encouraged victims of domestic abuse to report their cases without fear, adding that the Unit exists to support and protect the vulnerable in society.
